Good food feeds the soul
Sides that are anything but an afterthought. From Irish-inspired sautéed cabbage to Portuguese roasted vegetables and everything in between — these recipes are often what the hubby and I end up eating straight from the pan before dinner even hits the table.
Original published July 2021. Updated August 2026. I didn’t eat rice for thirty years. Yep, not a grain of it, in any form, for three decades because when I was 8 or 9 years old my dad decided I was going to eat the rice …
Grilled Pepper and Tomato Salad with Fresh Basil has become one of my absolute FAVORITES since moving to Portugal. It feels like you’re eating summer in every bite. Don’t forget to pair it with a nice crusty bread to soak up all the delicious juices. …
I’m a very seasonal eater when it comes to fruits and veggies from growing up on a produce farm. Which is why I’ve always eaten pears and turnips in the fall to late winter. BUT spring turnips are freaking amazing! Crispy, crunchy, and SWEET – …
After my recent article, My Family is on a Budget, But I Still Buy Organic Meat. Here’s How. , featured on the PennyHoarder.com, I decided it was time to show you how I do it. The next couple of articles will feature recipes showing you how I’m …
Today, I’m bringing you a real treat using one of my favorite whole grains, a Spring Farro Salad with Asparagus, Peas and Fresh Herbs. The hubby and I fell in love with the simple goodness of farro in Italy, where they’ve been growing and eating farro …
Baking has been a challenge for me since moving from the East Coast to Colorado. The altitude does nothing for my recipes from back home but I’m finally getting the hang of it. I conquered making my wonderfully buttery Southern cornbread here in Denver. I …
I’m sneaking back to my Southern roots in honor of Black History Month and bringing you a recipe for Creamy Grits with Spinach and Cheese. I have to admit that I didn’t like grits growing up. Both my sister and I would just groan when …
The Chinese New Year on January 28th hustles in the Year of the Rooster. It looks like the Year of the Rooster will be a kind year for those seeking the wealth of a BETTER YOU. The Chinese horoscope predicts a powerful year, where impressions …
You can’t have black-eyed peas without a good mess of collard greens. Especially if you cooking for New Years Day! It’s all about eating your way into good luck for the New Year. Now I’m going to talk a little sacrilegious about the Southern way …
My recipe for Whole Grain Salad with Cranberries and Soyatash is great anytime of the year but it does look so seasonal with plenty of red and green for the holidays. It’s also a nice break from all the heavier foods served during the holiday …